9 Holes vs Memory Now
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
9 Holes
A strategic card game where players flip and match cards to achieve the lowest score across nine holes. Compete against friends or AI with a visually appealing and easy-to-learn design.
- Strategic card matching gameplay
- 9 thrilling holes of golf
- Game Center multiplayer
- Leaderboards for score tracking
- AI opponents with varying skill levels
- Illustrated visual rules guide
- Universal app for iPhone and iPad
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Tee up with cards and challenge your friends! Nine Holes is the classic Golf card game — where every flip, swap, and pair drives your score lower across 9 thrilling holes. HOW TO PLAY Each player receives 8 cards in a grid, face-down. Flip them, swap high cards for low ones, and match pairs to cancel scores. After 9 holes, lowest score wins — just like real golf! Draw from the deck or the discard pile. Matched pairs zero out. Every decision counts — play it safe, or make the risky swap? FEATURES - Multiplayer — Challenge friends online via Game Center or pass-and-play locally - 3 Difficulty Levels — Easy, Medium, or Hard AI opponents. Mix and match in the same game! - 9 Holes — A complete, satisfying round every time - Hole Summary Screen — See exactly how each hole went - Leaderboards — Climb the global rankings and track personal bests - Portrait & Landscape — Play your way; landscape brings back the classic 4-corner layout - Visual Rules Guide — Learn the game in under a minute - Beautiful SwiftUI Design — Fast, clean, and smooth on any device - Zero Ads — No interruptions, ever - Privacy First — We collect zero data WHY NINE HOLES? Nine Holes is the authentic Golf card game — not solitaire, not a puzzle. It's the real thing, played with real opponents (or AI). Originally released in 2012 and rebuilt from the ground up, Nine Holes combines the strategy of card games with the satisfying scoring of golf. PERFECT FOR - Family game night — quick to learn, fun for all ages - Card game fans who want something beyond Klondike or Spider solitaire - Competitive players who love chasing leaderboard scores - Golf lovers who want a card game twist - Anyone who likes casual games with real strategic depth Simple to learn. Hard to master. Endlessly replayable. Love the game? Grab a Donut — our tip jar lets you support indie development, one hole at a time. Download Nine Holes and see if you can go under par!
Memory Now
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The classic game of concentration is back and bigger than ever! Memory Now by Plation Inc. takes the timeless card-matching challenge and transforms it into a high-visibility social or solo experience using AirPlay. Bring the Memory Board to Life on Your TV Why crowd around a small screen? With Memory Now, your iPhone or iPad becomes your private controller while your TV displays the massive card grid for everyone to see. It’s the perfect way to turn a quiet brain-teaser into a high-energy party event or a collaborative family activity. Key Features: Seamless AirPlay Integration: Instantly cast your game to any AirPlay-compatible TV or Mac. Endless Themes & Decks: Choose from multiple card sets and themes to keep every round fresh and engaging. Adjustable Difficulty: From "Easy" grids for children to "Expert" levels for memory masters. Privacy First: No ads, no accounts, and no data tracking. Your memory and your data stay on your device. No Subscriptions: Professional game moderation with zero recurring fees.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Memory Now at none against 9 Holes's 3. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. 9 Holes sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Memory Now asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | 9 Holes | Memory Now |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (15 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 56.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 15 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 — better | 18.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | CloudApp IT, LLC | Campus Concierge Incorporated. |
In-app purchases
9 Holes
- A Donut$0.99
- Big Donut$2.99
- Donut Box$9.99
Memory Now
No in-app purchases









